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England’s options as they seek a solution to top-order woes
India's Mdohammed Siraj, second left is congratulated by teammates after taking the wicket of England's Jos Buttler during the fifth day of the 2nd cricket test between England and India at Lord's cricket ground in London, Monday, August 16, 2021

ENGLAND’S Lord’s defeat at the hands of India is set to force another round of deliberation over the faltering top-order.

An awkward trend of consistently offering up two quick wickets has become an unwanted hallmark of the Test team and head coach Chris Silverwood is desperate to shake it.

Here are the various solutions England might ponder.

Do nothing

Shuffle the existing pack

Promote from within

Hit the comeback trail

Overtime for the chef?

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